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Cheapest Biochemistry Colleges in Rhode Island

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Rhode Island College delivers the state's most affordable biochemistry pathway at just $10,988 annually, creating a $34,550 cost gap with Providence College's $45,538 price tag. Brown University's 95.90% graduation rate and highly selective 5.06% acceptance rate reflect the intense competition for molecular biology research positions at nearby pharmaceutical companies and biotech firms. The state's expanding life sciences sector, anchored by healthcare systems and research institutions, provides multiple career tracks for graduates across all five programs.
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Programs
$10,988 – $45,538
Net Price Range
74.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,988 $10,986 46.2% 87.5%
2 $26,572 $68,230 95.9% 5.1%
3 $35,682 $47,930 74.9% 69.5%
4 $38,123 $42,666 66.6% 91.0%
5 $45,538 $60,848 87.9% 52.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive price difference between Rhode Island's cheapest and most expensive programs?

Rhode Island College's public funding keeps costs at $10,988 while Providence College's private status drives prices to $45,538. Brown University sits in the middle at $26,572 net cost despite its $68,230 sticker price due to substantial financial aid packages.

How do graduation rates correlate with program selectivity across these schools?

Brown's highly selective 5.06% acceptance rate produces a 95.90% graduation rate, while more accessible programs show varying outcomes. Roger Williams accepts 90.99% of applicants but graduates 66.60%, compared to Salve Regina's 69.53% acceptance rate and 74.90% graduation rate.

Does attending the most affordable option limit career prospects in biochemistry?

Rhode Island College's $10,988 program provides foundational training for entry into the state's healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. Brown's research opportunities may open more specialized paths, but Rhode Island's compact size allows networking across all institutions regardless of where students begin.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.